Manager – Strategy & Tariff Controlling

Daimler Truck North America•Portland, OR

23h•$128,000 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role The Tariff Strategy & Finance Lead oversees financial reporting, compliance, forecasting, and strategic steering related to U.S. trade tariffs, USMCA, and related regulatory policies. This role partners cross functionally with ITC, Purchasing, Sales Controlling, Accounting, and External Affairs to optimize cost performance, mitigate risk, and support strategic decision making across the business. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $128,000 - $164,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience Benefits include annual variable pay bonus program; eligible for the use of a company vehicle; 401k company contribution with company match up to 8 % as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age.; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans . What You Drive at DTNA Tariff Measurement, FP&A, and Business Partnering Design and build FP&A tariff reporting structure, including forecasting tools, dashboards, and variance analysis. Develop reporting to increase transparency on tariff‑related topics, including certification collection, cost exposure, and cash‑flow implications. Monitor budgets/forecasts & track and report deviations from plan Establish processes to measure and monitor tariff impact at the model/part level and support burden‑share agreements. Partner with business units to define KPIs and dashboards that support transparent decision‑making and operational steering. Lead the creation and maintenance of tariff‑related accounting white papers, AR aging schedules, and documentation for audit and governance. Steer operational decisions related to U.S. Customs & Border Protection refunds to optimize cash flow and EBIT impact. Consolidate monthly actuals for part and vehicle tariffs, including material and operational cost impacts. USMCA Strategy, Risk Mitigation & Planning Partner with DTNA International & Trade Compliance (ITC) team to forecast USMCA qualification, assess risks, and support compliance. Develop risk‑management processes to prevent loss of USMCA or U.S. content and coordinate fallback strategies with Purchasing and Supply Chain. Set USMCA targets for new projects, track performance, and implement countermeasures when risks arise. Strategy, Governance & Cross‑Functional Leadership Serve as Lead Controller for the internal “232 Task Force,” consolidating business cases across product costing, inbound logistics, outbound logistics, cost engineering, and other stakeholder groups. Partner with ITC and Purchasing to evaluate business impact driven by policy and legislative changes. Align regularly with Truck Sales on tariff exposure, pass‑through surcharges, and customer pricing strategy. Support External Affairs and ITC on government strategy and regulatory positions, including tariff advocacy. Build processes to monitor tariff risks across suppliers, components, and materials, ensuring timely escalation and mitigation planning. Knowledge You Should Bring Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience At least 2 years of group leader, supervisory, or project lead experience Effective communicator capable of influencing cross‑functional stakeholders and senior leadership. Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and analytical skills Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint). Experience with SAP (preferably cbFC), Tableau, Power BI, or other business intelligence/data analytics tools Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred Exceptional Candidates Might Have Advanced degree (MBA, MS) in Supply Chain, Finance, or Operations Experience leading large-scale network consolidation or supply chain transformation projects Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Schedule Type: Onsite At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience
At least 2 years of group leader, supervisory, or project lead experience
Effective communicator capable of influencing cross‑functional stakeholders and senior leadership.
Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and analytical skills
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
Experience with SAP (preferably cbFC), Tableau, Power BI, or other business intelligence/data analytics tools
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MBA, MS) in Supply Chain, Finance, or Operations
Experience leading large-scale network consolidation or supply chain transformation projects
Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies

Responsibilities

Design and build FP&A tariff reporting structure, including forecasting tools, dashboards, and variance analysis.
Develop reporting to increase transparency on tariff‑related topics, including certification collection, cost exposure, and cash‑flow implications.
Monitor budgets/forecasts & track and report deviations from plan
Establish processes to measure and monitor tariff impact at the model/part level and support burden‑share agreements.
Partner with business units to define KPIs and dashboards that support transparent decision‑making and operational steering.
Lead the creation and maintenance of tariff‑related accounting white papers, AR aging schedules, and documentation for audit and governance.
Steer operational decisions related to U.S. Customs & Border Protection refunds to optimize cash flow and EBIT impact.
Consolidate monthly actuals for part and vehicle tariffs, including material and operational cost impacts.
Partner with DTNA International & Trade Compliance (ITC) team to forecast USMCA qualification, assess risks, and support compliance.
Develop risk‑management processes to prevent loss of USMCA or U.S. content and coordinate fallback strategies with Purchasing and Supply Chain.
Set USMCA targets for new projects, track performance, and implement countermeasures when risks arise.
Serve as Lead Controller for the internal “232 Task Force,” consolidating business cases across product costing, inbound logistics, outbound logistics, cost engineering, and other stakeholder groups.
Partner with ITC and Purchasing to evaluate business impact driven by policy and legislative changes.
Align regularly with Truck Sales on tariff exposure, pass‑through surcharges, and customer pricing strategy.
Support External Affairs and ITC on government strategy and regulatory positions, including tariff advocacy.
Build processes to monitor tariff risks across suppliers, components, and materials, ensuring timely escalation and mitigation planning.

Benefits

annual variable pay bonus program
eligible for the use of a company vehicle
401k company contribution with company match up to 8 % as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans